Google’s ARCore is a software development kit (SDK) which is managed by the tech giant. This platform enables developers to build apps that feature augmented reality (AR). ARCore is also known as the Google Play Services for AR. According to a report by Android Police, Google has now expanded its list of ARCore-supported devices. Earlier, the company added ARCore support to the Samsung Galaxy S23 series and a few latest Pixel models. Now, Google has added 21 more devices to the ARCore support list.
How Google ARCore works
ARCore helps developers to add a layer of computer-generated data over a feed showing the real world using AR.
For example, Google Maps’ Live View feature works with the help of ARCore. It works when the user is walking with this feature enabled. Users will be able to see CGI arrows appear on their display. These arrows are layered over a real-world feed from their phone’s rear camera.
ARCore supported smartphones: New additions
As mentioned above, smartphone models like Google Pixel 7, 7 Pro and Pixel 6a, along with all the models of the Samsung Galaxy S23 series support ARCore. Now, Google has reportedly added six new Motorola smartphones and several other Android devices from other brands including — OnePlus, Xiaomi, Vivo and Oppo to the list. Here’s the full list of Android smartphones that support Google ARCore:
How Google ARCore works
ARCore helps developers to add a layer of computer-generated data over a feed showing the real world using AR.
For example, Google Maps’ Live View feature works with the help of ARCore. It works when the user is walking with this feature enabled. Users will be able to see CGI arrows appear on their display. These arrows are layered over a real-world feed from their phone’s rear camera.
ARCore supported smartphones: New additions
As mentioned above, smartphone models like Google Pixel 7, 7 Pro and Pixel 6a, along with all the models of the Samsung Galaxy S23 series support ARCore. Now, Google has reportedly added six new Motorola smartphones and several other Android devices from other brands including — OnePlus, Xiaomi, Vivo and Oppo to the list. Here’s the full list of Android smartphones that support Google ARCore:
- Motorola G32
- Motorola Edge (2022)
- Motorola Edge 30 Fusion
- Motorola Edge 30 Neo
- Motorola Edge 30 Ultra
- Motorola Razr (2022)
- OnePlus 10T 5G
- Oppo F21s Pro 5G
- Sharp AQUOS sense6s
Tecno Pova 4- Tecno Pova 4 Pro
- Vivo iQOO 9 Pro
- Vivo V25
- Vivo V25 Pro
- Vivo X80 Lite 5G
- Vivo I2009
- Vivo I2012
- Vivo V2073A
- Vivo V2202
- Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro+
Among these smartphones, the Motorola Edge 30 Ultra and the Xiaomi 12T Pro houses the Samsung 200MP ISOCELL HP1 image sensor. Both these smartphones also feature the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. Sharp’s Aquos smartphone lineup is available in Japan, while Tecno’s Pova series smartphones are manufactured in China but are sold in developing markets like India.
How to check if your phone supports ARCore
Users can also check whether their Android phone supports AR. To know that, users have to open the Play Store and search for the option “Google Play Services for AR.” If the Play Store listing shows that the app is available for your device, this means that your phone supports AR.
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